You’ve probably heard of cottagecore by now. It’s one of my favorite fashion trends, characterized by outfits I’m pretty sure Laura Ingalls Wilder used to wear (and let’s be clear, that is a very good thing.) Have you noticed lots of gingham, ruffled sleeves, and dresses that look an awful lot like nightgowns? That’s cottagecore, and one of my favorite parts of the trend is the resurrection of quilted coats.
I wrote about my love for quilted coats back in 2016, and I am so happy to find out the rest of the fashion world is finally giving this coat style the day in the sun it deserves!
Cottagecore and Quilt Coats
You’ve probably heard of cottagecore by now. It’s one of my favorite fashion trends, characterized by outfits I’m pretty sure Laura Ingalls Wilder used to wear (and let’s be clear, that is a very good thing.) Have you noticed lots of gingham, ruffled sleeves, and dresses that look an awful lot like nightgowns? That’s cottagecore, and one of my favorite parts of the trend is the resurrection of quilted coats.
I wrote about my love for quilted coats and I am so happy to find out the rest of the fashion world is finally giving this coat style the day in the sun it deserves!
It’s coat season
I don’t know about you, but I could use some extra padding for this year! It doesn’t hurt that quilt coats are warm and cozy, too, which we all need as we head into a much colder season.
Keep reading to see my favorite quilted coats available now. I think you’ll be surprised how this trend can find a place in any wardrobe, trust me 😉
And don’t forget to check out some of the most iconic quilters around, the Gee’s Bend Quilt Group. You can read more about these artists here.
What is a quilt jacket
Some of my favorite quilt coats
Quilt jackets are not required to look frumpy or inspired by your grandma’s bedroom. Even high fashion brands are embracing this current trend because nothing is quite as timeless as an actual nod to the good old days, spun in a modern new way. My original fan girl post about quilted coats back in 2016 was inspired by more minimal looks. Whether you want ultimate fall vibes – imagine being able to literally bring your favorite cozy quilt with you everywhere you go – or a more minimal take on the quilted jacket, explore the links below. Or test out the perfect way to dip your toes in the water of this trend, quilted face masks! Are you kidding me?! We are constantly on the hunt for cute face masks and these quilted ones might be my favorite yet.
All I am saying is, cue the apple cider and the pumpkin patch photoshoots, my quilt coat and I are ready for you!
Quilted jacket brands to have on your radar
One of my favorite parts of the quilt coat trend is that these coats look like…well, a quilt your grandma made and lovingly put on your bed. Instead of the classic white background, I love how they made the pattern and colors pop on this dark fabric instead. And don’t limit yourself to just quilt coats – Sea provides this bold pattern in multiple shapes and looks!
And I don’t just love Sea for their quilted clothing, you have to check out their peter pan collars and dip-dyed ombre skirts too.
I first highlighted this brand in our post all about cute face masks. Guess what?! They also do coats! (For adults AND kids.) Send in your own quilt for them to “coat-ify,” or choose from their lovely selection. Doesn’t it just make you want to sip some lemonade out on the prairie?
The name of this Etsy shop tells you all you need to know about the adorable quilted items she sells.
Natalie’s sense of color and the way she mixes patterns in her quilted coats is truly inspirational. If you want to feel like you’re wearing a work of art, check out her shop.
The bright colors and designs of these quilts remind us of Alma Thomas, one of the artists in our Great Artists! Course.
Though a little different than quilted coats, this brand uses vintage textiles to make sustainable clothing. I never would’ve thought a flour sack could look this good!
These quilted jeans are an example of visible mending, a beautiful way to re-purpose old clothing you might have otherwise thrown out.
My favorite part of this shop is all the amazing quilts customers send in, which the company then turns into plush coats. Check out their Instagram to see all the past quilt coats they’ve made. They also make dresses out of vintage bandanas!
These coats sell out fast, and I can see why! They sell quilt quilt jackets for kids, too, plus patterns if you’re in the mood to DIY your own coat.
This brand carries the perfect blend of classic quilt jackets with zero frump.
More unique quilted items I am obsessed with
Want to start quilting?
I don’t know about you but all this talk about quilt jackets is making me want to try it out myself? It’s reminding me of a couple quilt inspired projects from Lars days past (see below!)
To get started quilting, our posts about hobbies to try when you are feeling uninspired includes sewing supplies and some great books about quilting!
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